Thu May 01 18:36:55 UTC 2025: **Canelo Alvarez to Face Unbeaten Challenger in Riyadh for Undisputed Super Middleweight Title**
RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA – Boxing superstar Saul “Canelo” Alvarez will put his WBA, WBC, and WBO super middleweight titles on the line against unbeaten challenger William Scull in a highly anticipated title unification bout on Saturday, May 3rd, at the ANB Arena in Riyadh. The fight, dubbed “Fatal Fury,” is the first under Alvarez’s four-fight deal with Riyadh Season and is expected to generate significant revenue, with Alvarez reportedly earning $80 million.
Alvarez, a 34-year-old Mexican fighter with a net worth of $275 million (Forbes), aims to reclaim the IBF belt, which he previously held. His opponent, 32-year-old Cuban Scull, currently holds the IBF title and boasts an undefeated professional record. The fight marks Scull’s opportunity to upset one of boxing’s biggest names.
The pre-fight festivities and undercard, featuring a rematch between Bruno Surace and Jaime Munguia, as well as the professional debut of Mexican Olympic silver medalist Marco Verde, begin at 6 PM GMT, with the main event expected to start around 10 PM GMT. Al Jazeera Sport will provide live coverage. The fight will also be streamed live on DAZN pay-per-view.
Both fighters have engaged in pre-fight verbal sparring. Alvarez dismissed Scull’s boasts, promising to “feed him punches,” while Scull vowed to “eat” Alvarez in the ring. The match-up has generated significant buzz, with Alvarez’s decision to fight in Saudi Arabia instead of facing YouTube personality Jake Paul sparking controversy.
The fight promises a thrilling spectacle, unifying all four major super middleweight belts and showcasing the skills of two top contenders in the world of professional boxing.
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